
Posting number: 03165
Department: Public Works
Division: Program Delivery
Job classification: Engineering Specialist - Program Delivery
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Engineering, Public Works
Carver County is looking for a dynamic candidate to fill one of our Engineering roles at our Public Works facility in Cologne. The specific classification and pay range will be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications.
Carver County offers a comprehensive and flexible benefit plan to meet the needs of employees and their families including affordable health insurance, comprehensive dental insurance, a pension plan through Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, and more! For a full list of benefits, please click here: Carver County Benefit Information
Upon completion of necessary training, the Engineering positions are eligible for partial remote work.
The typical duties and responsibilities will vary depending on which classification most closely matches a candidate's qualifications.
Engineering Specialist - click hereto review job description and pay range
Civil Engineer - click hereto review job description and pay range
Senior Civil Engineer - click hereto review job description and pay range
Design Engineer - click here to review job description and pay range
Engineering Specialist - Associates Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent and 6 years of related and progressive work experience OR a High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of related and progressive work experience OR a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering; successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination administered by NCEES or the ability to obtain within 6 months; valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility; various MnDOT or U of M certifications (entire list included in above link) within 24 months of hire.
Civil Engineer - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination administered by NCEES or the ability to obtain within 6 months; valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility; various MnDOT or U of M certifications (entire list included in above link) within 24 months of hire.
Senior Civil Engineer - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination administered by NCEES or the ability to obtain within 6 months; 3 years of related and progressive work experience; valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility; various MnDOT or U of M certifications (entire list included in above link) within 24 months of hire.
Design Engineer -Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation or related field; 5 years of related and progressive work experience; licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of MN or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire; valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility; various MnDOT or U of M certifications (entire list included in above link) within 24 months of hire.
All applications will be screened for minimum qualifications, scored and ranked. The highest ranked candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be recommended for the scored oral examinations (interviews). Final selection for the position will include successful completion of oral interview(s), reference checks, background investigation, and pre-placement physical.

One of the fastest growing Counties in the state, it is no secret that Carver County is a great place to live, work, and play. Carver County offers the ideal combination of a picturesque natural setting and attractive professional opportunities.
Carver County is a great place to live…Carver County communities have received a number of awards and accolades highlighting their first-class livability. About 100,000 people call Carver County home. The County offers a blend of fast pace suburban communities and pleasant rural towns. Our communities offer respected and growing schools and reputable medical facilities. Since 2013, the County has been ranked the healthiest in Minnesota.
Carver County is a great place to work…Many employers both large and small call Carver County home. The County has a diverse industrial base with a strong concentration of advanced manufacturing. Highway 212 – a four-lane freeway – provides a critical transportation link between the metro area and points west.
Carver County is a great place to play…Carver County is home to an array of outstanding recreational resources, including renowned golf courses, beautiful lakes, and many miles of hiking and biking trails through breathtaking parks. Bordered on the south by the wildlife-rich Minnesota River Valley, the County is home to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Chanhassen Dinner Theaters, Lake Waconia -- the second largest lake in the Twin Cities. Hazeltine National Golf Course, site of the 2016 Ryder Cup, has hosted the 2009 PGA Championship and the 1991 US Open, among others.
Carver County is enjoying a period of surging momentum and growth. Steeped in a rich history along the Minnesota River, our culture, community passion, and pride have made our county what it is today. Uniquely endowed by nature, and positioned just outside the urban center, Carver County truly does provide the best place in which to live, work, and play.